World Foundation for and Girl Scouts, Inc.

420 Fifth Avenue New York, N.Y. 10018-2798 212·852· 8612 www.worldfoundationgggs.org

2020

What challenging times we live in . . .

In a world of uncertainty, we know this for certain: the Girl Movement has always embraced diversity and inclusion as one of its essential core beliefs. It guides how we work with girls to develop their full potential as responsible citizens of the world.

And an experience at our Sangam World Centre in , puts that belief into powerful practice for all those fortunate enough to participate – for teens, young women and those of all ages from all corners of our complex world.

Our supporters have made a tremendous impact on Sangam over the years. Generous gifts of every size have enabled many young women to have that Sangam experience. Contributions have made Sangam safe and comfortable, have improved world centre operations, and have provided unparalleled program offerings.

Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all of Sangam’s programs have been cancelled through 2020. Sadly, there will be no guests for the rest of the year to enjoy international friendship and understanding, grow in skills, volunteer in the Pune community to help the less fortunate, or to carry the Sangam spirit with them into their futures.

Although expenses have been trimmed and staff has taken a 50% pay cut, we still have our Sangam compound to maintain and ongoing expenses that need to be met. We need to ensure that we’ll be ready to welcome visitors and program participants when the world is safe again. We cannot do this without you. We need your help to ensure Sangam’s survival.

Your gift to the World Foundation will help sustain Sangam during these difficult times. You may make your gift using PayPal through the World Foundation’s website worldfoundationgggs.org. Or send your check by mail made payable to the “World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, Inc.” Indicate your interest in Sangam and note the name of the Friend who sent you this letter. Mail to: World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, Inc., P.O. Box 6457 – Dept. 276, Indianapolis, IN 46206.

We invite you to visit Sangam, your Girl Scout home in India, in the future. GSUSA has archived a Sangam tour and activity video here. Once you register (you’ll need to enter a fictitious ‘girl’), the video will start. Also visit Sangam’s website.

In the warm spirit of Sangam,

Gail Tsuboi, Chair Barbara Grant Schliebe, President Friends of Sangam USA World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, Inc.

The World Foundation for Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, Inc. is an independent, not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization serving more than 10 million members in 150 countries. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.